Douro Highlights: Porto, Salamanca & the Wine Valley

  • 11 Days

  • EPDO

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Discover the treasures of Portugal, Salamanca & the Douro River

On this 11-day luxury river cruise, leisurely journey along the beautiful Douro and World Heritage-listed Douro Valley, experiencing the highlights of Portugal, with its rich culture, spectacular landscapes, historical treasures and gastronomic flavours.
Explore the magical allure of Portugal on this 11-day luxury cruise along the beautiful Douro River. As it meanders across Northern Portugal, this ‘River of Gold’ reveals vintage terraced vineyards, quaint villages and medieval towns where centuries-old traditions endure. Especially curated for a more relaxed pace, this extended Douro River cruise on the all-new Emerald Nova promises overnight docking in every port, allowing more time to explore the distinct heritage, culture and flavours of one of Europe’s most spellbinding river regions. Discover vibrant Porto for days from an exclusive central docking location, wander the medieval streets of Guimarães, and venture into Spain, enjoying a full-day tour of the ‘golden city,’ Salamanca. Amid the World Heritage–listed Douro Valley, savour the region’s celebrated Port wine culture, with signature tastings at renowned quintas (wine estates) – including a memorable rural lunch at the historic Quinta de Pacheca. From cycling through verdant vineyards and kayaking the serene Pinhão River to cruising Aveiro’s picturesque canals on a traditional Moliceiro boat, experience a wealth of active and cultural inclusions. Immerse yourself further in Portuguese traditions, engaging in cooking demonstrations and mosaic tile painting on board your luxury Emerald Star-Ship – a wonderful complement to this unforgettable Douro River cruise.
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The Emerald Cruises Difference

Experience an unforgettable voyage of discovery with shore excursions, EmeraldPLUS cultural experiences, and the EmeraldACTIVE program all included.
10 nights on board an Emerald Star-Ship
Guided tour of Porto
Portuguese cooking demonstration on board
Guided active walk in Porto
28 delectable meals including 10 breakfasts (B), 8 lunches (L), 10 dinners (D)
Airport transfers to and from your Emerald Star-Ship
Guided tour of Guimaraes
Tuna Music band in Salamanca
Trails of Monte da Penha
Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
The services of an Emerald Cruises cruise director
Signature wine tasting
Port Wine Cocktail Lesson on Board
Kayak experience in Pinhão
Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board
Port taxes and charges
Guided tour of Salamanca
Rural lunch at a local Quinta
Cycling the Vine Trails
All tipping and gratuities
Freixo de Espada a Cinta
Mosaic tile painting lesson on board
Douro Riverside active Walk
Walking Tour of Regua and Douro Museum Port Wine
Cruise through Porto
Walk down the steps of the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Monte
Excursion to Amarante
Guided tour of Braga
Aveiro tour with a cruise

Douro Highlights: Porto, Salamanca & the Wine Valley
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Full Fare
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$11,345
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Earlybird
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$10,645
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$700 Savings Included
Super Earlybird
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$9,345
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$2,000 Savings Included
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Full Fare
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$10,445
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Earlybird
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$9,745
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Super Earlybird
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Full Fare
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$10,445
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Earlybird
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$9,745
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$700 Savings Included
Super Earlybird
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$8,445
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$2,000 Savings Included
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